There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) by train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 2h 59m
Cheapest option
Bus • 3h 30m
3 alternative options
Bus via Gare St Charles • 3h 41m
Drive • 2h 6m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) is to bus which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 30m.
The fastest way to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs €30 - €50.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nice and arriving at Marseille Airport. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.
No, there is no direct train from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS). However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille via Marseille St Charles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
The distance between Nice and Marseille Airport (MRS) is 245 km. The road distance is 201.2 km.
The best way to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €40 - €90.
It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS), including transfers.
Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.
Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) train services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Nice-Ville station.
The best way to get from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €40 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 30m.
- Distance: 245.4 km
- Duration: 2h 59m
What companies run services between Nice, France and Marseille Airport (MRS), France?
SNCF Bus operates a train from Nice-Ville to Marseille-Saint-Charles hourly, and the journey takes 2h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nice to Marseille Airport once daily. Tickets cost €19 - €27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.
Train from Nice-Ville to Marseille-Saint-Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 29m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €55
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 41m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
- Rail 1st Class
- €55 - €85
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Nice to Marseille Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €27
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Nice Airport to Marseille
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €16 - €23
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Nice - Airport T1 to Marseille - St-Charles Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €17 - €24
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +33 4 13943050
- Website
- zou.maregionsud.fr
Bus from Gare Routière to Gare Routière
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Website
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/
- Book at
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/online-services/
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Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Marseille Airport station.
Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Marseille-Saint-Charles station.
Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS).
Book your Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Nice to Marseille Airport (MRS) bus tickets online with FlixBus and Omio.
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